Cosa Cura (formerly Rescue Collective) was established in 2006, by owner and local artist Angela Dietrich, as a shop that allows local artists and fashionistas a locale to sell there designs. After hearing so many stories of friends and artists that could not find a place to sell their items due to low inventory or not previously selling wholesale we knew we had to do something to change that. Angela has always been an avid believer in recycling and especially buying used and local that she combined her love for everything creative and sustainable and the store was born!
We started the store with 5 friends and their fashions and 5 artists and their passionate designs of jewelry, dresses, art and bags. The store currently represents 80+ Independent Artists & Designers and carries fashion from 8000+ local consignors. All of this growth is due to the amazing local support we receive daily from our community. Words cannot explain the gratitude we feel and how humbled we are at the success this idea has fostered.
Cosa Cura prides itself on creating an atmosphere of sustainable style, creativity, local support and community service. We believe you can not be apart of a community without giving back. The store donates to local charities all year long through a Charity Fund that is funded by seasonal sales each year. Through this fund we are able to support our local community. Cosa Cura is also responsible for donating approximately $80K+ per year in clothing to local shelters and organizations.
In 2016, we underwent a remodel, an expansion and a name change to Cosa Cura which loosely translates in Italian to "Things Curated or Hand Picked". We have expanded our offerings of locally made items to include locally made home goods and decor.
In late 2018, we made our next move to the Northwest Crossing neighborhood and an amazing community of local retailers, restaurants, services and so much more.
In early 2024, we opened a Second location in the Brookswood Plaza on the south end of Bend. The shop offers walk-in consignment, check the shop for hours and details. Our Brookswood location also carries items for Men and Juniors along with locally made beauty products, candles, jewelry and more! We are so excited for this next chapter in our shop and hope to see you up at the new space soon!